2003 GMC Safari vs. 1991 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2003 GMC Safari is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Safari weights approximately 795 kg more than 1991 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Sunny, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Sunny. 2003 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1991 Nissan Sunny has manual transmission. 1991 Nissan Sunny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 GMC Safari | 1991 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Safari | Sunny |
Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |